After thinking about this deal,
I have the following observations:
If you want to learn about this
As in every failure should be a learning opportunity.
You stated the grandson could tell the elk was acting like it wanted to leave.
I.E. agitated.
My suggestion is to:
1. De escalate the encounter……get small, dont move much.
2. Don’t shoot at an agitated fearful animal…..they will be prone to jump the string.
A 60 yard shot at a un alerted or unaware elk is certainly feasible.
If the animal is alerted and nervous …….
Maybe not.
Temple Granden has a lot to teach about animal behavior……
A hunter can maybe learn a lot.
Decoys for rutting elk can help.
Last edited by Angus1895; 12/27/21.
